Northwest History ResourcesThese are a sampling of the many sites which explore the rich history of Tacoma and the South Sound area.

Washington State Links

History LinkThis "online encyclopedia of Washington State History" is filled with facts and images about our great state. Searches can be conducted by keyword, by topic, by geographic region or by time period.

Washington History from the Washington State LibraryCensus & naturalization records, fascinating documents exploring Washington's Territorial history & the State constitution, an oral and photographic history of state soldiers during World War I and lots more.

General Tacoma Links

Tacoma Historical SocietyOur kindred institution, they take Tacoma as seriously as we do. Click the "Surfing for History" link to see articles and related links concerning the mighty City of Destiny.

Points NortheastNortheast Tacomans created a portal to photos and articles concerning the special history of that part of town.

Northwest Historical MapsWashington State University Libraries facilitated this project, a searchable collection of early Northwest history maps.

Native American Links

Library of Congress and University of Washington LibrariesThe University of Washington Libraries provide the world with a great website to learn about the local indigenous people. The website contains only a sliver of the collection available at the University in Seattle, but an emphasis has been placed on including information especially useful for primary school students.